Ambulance 305 is pictured Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016 at Surprise Fire Station 305.

Independent file photo

Following a summer-long renovation, the Surprise Fire-Medical crews returned to Fire Station 305 at 15517 N. Parkview Place.

The changes made to the building’s interior will enable the almost two-decade-old station will continue supporting and serving the community for years to come with updated areas, including offices and bathrooms, plus an improved space for the station crews.

Public services, including free blood pressure checks, community visits and station tours can resume at Fire Station 305, which is noted as the busiest station in the city.

Access to the yellow cooking oil disposal station at Fire Station 305 has also returned to normal following construction. These services had been paused while crews operated from the temporary location.

Residents are reminded that it is best to call 911 in the event of a fire or medical emergency rather than going directly to a fire station.
The Surprise Fire-Medical Department keeps the community safe throughout its emergency response at Fire Station 305 and throughout Surprise.